SUMMARY:

Reporting to the department Chair/Chief and/or Departmental Research Manager, plans, develops, monitors and coordinates the departmental research administrative activities for assigned department/programs at Rhode Island Hospital.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as point person and facilitates smooth coordination, communication, and problem resolution relative to research administrative matters between department, research administration, faculty, divisional leaders, and other hospital and university departments. Will review matters relating to clinical and basic research, pre- and post-award.
Leads and coordinates special research-related projects, such as major grant proposals, investigator incentive programs, departmental and divisional reports and statistics. Coordinates transfers of research funding for the purpose of proper reimbursement and allocation of physician salaries on research accounts.
Assists in managing the department post-award aspect of projects, which requires sensitivity to the needs of individual investigators, knowledge of sponsor, institutional and departmental requirements, ability to interpret those requirements and competency in addressing the in-house systems (research administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable, finance, purchasing, human resources, payroll and pharmacy). Determines which principal investigators (PI) or staff need closer monitoring to prevent activity which could affect the institution negatively, such as monetary loss due to audit disallowance, loss of funding or liability incurred due to research conducted without necessary approvals. May intervene to point out available resources or alternative procedures, as appropriate.
Communicates institutional and funding agencies ' regulations and policies on grants and contracts. Familiarizes administrative staff regarding Rhode Island Hospital institutional research policies and procedures. Responsible for coordinating and providing information to the faculty about funding opportunities, requirements and deadlines.
Reviews project applications in consideration of project budget, application instructions, sponsor rules and unique requirements, and provisions for recovery of indirect costs. Recommends and negotiates changes to appropriate applications with principal investigators or department administration and/or involved individuals at the other institutions which do not compromise the institution, department or investigators. Verifies all necessary approvals, including regulatory committees, to ensure that guidelines are met. Completed applications are forwarded to research administrator for approval prior to submission to the Office of Research Administration.
As appropriate, may assist Chair/Chief with research administrative activities of department, including coordinating and overseeing human resource and payroll issues. Interacts with research administration and human resource department regarding new positions, recruiting, job changes, salary reviews and other related policies and procedures to assist PI 's.
Coordinates research efforts in the recruitment of new faculty and staff. This may include advising new faculty on transfer procedures, including relocation of equipment and financial arrangements. Is responsible for coordination of facility management staff, new recruits and support departments in the establishment and construction of space for the recruitment program.
Maintains confidential and comprehensive records of salary expenses and other disbursements, recommending adjustments where necessary. Reviews and monitors policy and procedure adherence for purchase orders, travel requests, petty cash vouchers, requisitions for payment including all equipment, maintenance agreements, contracts and subscriptions, assisting where necessary.
Monitors time sheets and employee change forms for hourly and salaried research oriented personnel within department. Assures that funds are available and notifies PI 's and Chair/Chief when adjustments become necessary. Coordinates with the Chair/Chief/Research Manager and research administration on problem issues as appropriate.
Maintains communications with review committees to learn of any new requirements and to help ensure compliance with current regulations.
Prepares/provides reports and documents as requested by the managers; attends related meetings on regular basis.
Maintains strong daily association with research administration, including collaboration on final reports and some accounting adjustments. This also includes resolution of problem accounts with principal investigators, sponsors, or administrators. Reviews and determines direct cost transfers are allocated to appropriate account and are allowable. Prepares necessary journal vouchers for submission to research administration.
Ensures the accuracy of research time and effort reporting system. Works with research investigators to obtain information for submission to research administration on a monthly basis.
Responsible for departmental access databases, specifically with regard to maintenance of accounts and accuracy of input of data elements.
Maintains current knowledge of sponsor requirements, procedures and areas of interest through active communication with sponsors and professional societies. Maintains awareness of new or changed regulations.
Maintains active communication with investigators, administrators and agency officials and other federal, state and local offices, to gather and exchange information. Maintains current knowledge on policies and federal regulations by monitoring the Blue Sheet, NIH Guide, Federal Register, Grants Weekly, Chronicle of Higher Education, etc.
If applicable, maintains communication with physician foundation business manager; provides assistance in development of department research budget.
May represent department at research administration management meetings and on hospital teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor 's degree in business administration, finance or related area, or lieu, at least 10 years of relevant research administration experience.

EXPERIENCE:
At least three to five years experience in a research academic environment to include federal and non-federal funding, grant application processes, and regulations set by local, federal, hospital, and independent agencies.
Excellent verbal and written skills are essential. The ability to interact with persons from diverse backgrounds such as MD 's, PhD 's, research and administrative staff.
Thorough knowledge of microcomputers, peripheral equipment and networks. Thorough knowledge of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Windows. Ability to learn specific research access programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Normal office environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None.

Pay Range:

$55,744.00-$91,956.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

8:00am-4:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Clinical Research Coordinator, assist in acquisition and analysis of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. Interviews patients to gather information, prepares and maintains study record, enters data via computer, performs statistical analyses of resultant data. Participates in qualitative/quantitative analyses of resultant data. Reviews relevant literature to gather information; may participate in development of research protocols. May perform EKG’s and take vital signs during research-based monitoring tests. May also perform blood spinning and shipment of blood and tissue samples as required by protocol. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides assistance to Principal Investigators to coordinate clinical research activities related to department’s field of study and investigators specific study.Assists research physician in identification and follow up of patients meeting criteria for inclusion in clinical research studies; ensures protocol eligibility requirements are met.Establishes and/or maintains study record for each participant. Interviews patient and/or family to explain nature of study, elicit cooperation and gather information to complete study questionnaire. Facilitates obtaining informed consent. May schedule patient appointments and call patients to complete documentation.May review medical records to abstract information necessary to complete forms. May request and follow up on missing data such as laboratory test results and the like.Monitors adherence to protocol; alerts physician when laboratory tests ordered have not been performed, medication protocol not followed, etc.May perform research-based EKG’s, vital signs, blood spinning and shipping of blood and tissue products, in accordance with protocol specifications.Collects and organizes patient data into appropriate format to facilitate data entry. Operates computer to enter study information into database.Using pre-packaged software and according to needs of research supervisor, performs computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent variables, linear regression, frequencies, cross tabulations and the like. May write non-complex programs using computer and software –compatible language to reformat information, create new files, etc.Maintains computer equipment, arranges for internal/external service as necessary to effect repairs and maintenance.Prepares related graphs and charts or results of data gathered. Participates in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant information.May assist in planning research protocols.Coordinates activities of others assigned to research project to interview patients, compete forms or perform other tasks.Reviews literature pertaining to research being conducted in order to better understand project and gather relevant information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Bachelor’s Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.EXPERIENCE:Three to six months on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research studies.Knowledge of theory and techniques of research methodology.Organizational skills to organize and prioritize own efforts on multiple projects and to gather research information, format appropriately for computer data entry, prepare and maintain records and reports, etc.Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families and Hospital professional to gather and exchange information.Analytical skills to participate in developing research protocols, perform statistical analyses and participate in qualitative/quantitative analyses of research data.Technical ability to operate and maintain computer system.Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Often works within a specific department to identify, enroll and follow up on research patients.May spend much of the time standing and walking between departments, offices, Medical Records, etc.

Pay Range:

$41,537.60-$68,556.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: Under general direction, provides high-level administrative support. Performs functions requiring considerable knowledge and judgment regarding departmental procedures and policies. Researches information, composes correspondence and prepares regular and/or special reports. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Types a variety of materials including correspondence, manuscripts, abstracts, grant proposals, medical and statistical reports, most often utilizing knowledge of medical/technical terminology. Corrects grammar and punctuation, edits for content and revises wording at own discretion. May use word processing and/or dictation equipment, shorthand or speedwriting.Composes rough and final drafts of memos, correspondence and reports according to own knowledge of situation; signs routine correspondence in own name. Designs and prepares new forms.Answers telephone and receive visitors into the area. Ascertains needs, establishes priorities and investigates background material, often resolving matters on own authority.Maintains supervisor’s calendar without prior clearance for most appointments, often coordinating supervisor’s hospital, private practice and national organization(s) commitments; makes necessary travel arrangements. Schedules, coordinates and attends inter-departmental meetings.Often performs duties related to supervisor’s holding office in major nationalnternational organizations such as coordinating symposia and annual meetings (including contacting and coordinating speakers, securing site and facilities, confirming arrangements, preparing all necessary materials), transcribing proceedings of symposia and professional manuscripts submitted for publication by other organization members.Drawing on a wide range of experience and knowledge of supervisor’s activities, departmental services, the functions of various departments throughout the hospital, and those of other organizations. Interacts with all levels of personnel. Exchanges information, coordinates schedules, investigates problems and resolves matters within scope of own authority.Maintains departmental records, and often those associated with major national organizations, including such confidential information as budget, payroll, patient and personnel data. Initiates, files, updates and purges records as necessary including data entry, storage and retrieval software.Maintains department statistics as required by the hospital, government and accrediting agencies. Prepares statistical reports, charts and graphs, including tabulating data, performing some statistical analysis, and arranging data in most meaningful format. Assembles, and may perform cost analysis on data for preparation of department budget.Monitors department budgets, reviewing requests for purchase, additional personnel, etc. against budget allowances; authorizes allowable requests and obtains further information on questionable items before discussing with supervisor.Maintains inventory and orders office/medical supplies at own discretion according to knowledge of usage patterns and budgeted allowances. Prepares and follows up on purchase orders. Meets with vendors to review and/or evaluate new supplies or equipment.Performs library research, including literature searches to guide supervisor to appropriate materials and to prepare bibliographies on a given topic as requested. May maintain departmental resource library.Assumes major responsibility for recurring programs or special projects, utilizing a wide range of knowledge and exercising considerable independent judgment in seeing project to its completion.Operates such office machines as CRT, word processor, calculator, photocopier and dictation equipment.Provides functional guidance to new employees regarding the clerical operations, policies and procedures of the department. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:High school graduate or General Equivalency Diploma required.Up to one year specialized training including course work in correspondence typing, medical terminology and general business procedures.The ability to exercise considerable independent judgment in the performance of most daily duties.Proficient typing skills are required in order to prepare a variety of materials, some, such as grant proposals and manuscripts, requiring a precise format.Good knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and spelling to correct and edit written materials; understanding of medical terminology is most often required.A high level of organizational skills to coordinate supervisor’s schedule and national conference arrangements, and to maintain complex records.Ability to perform analysis of numerical data involving the use of mathematical formulas as well as routine tabulation.A high level of interpersonal skills to effectively represent the supervisor in interaction with all levels of personnel within and outside the hospital.The ability to operate a variety of office equipment is required.EXPERIENCE:A minimum of one to two years experience is required including that period on-the-job to learn procedures specific to the department.Working conditions are generally good with little discomfort due to noise, heat, dust, etc.Considerable walking may be required to gather and distribute materials around the hospital.

Pay Range:

$22.04-$36.37

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate In addition, our leaders will demonstrate an aptitude for: Ensure Accountability and Build Effective Teams Drive Vision and Purpose and Optimize Work Processes By applying core and leadership competencies, leaders help Brown University Health achieve its strategic goals.

Pay Range:

$78,416.00-$129,355.20

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator(s) and Clinical Research Coordinator, assist in acquisition and analysis of patient information for multiple clinical research projects. Interviews patients to gather information, prepares and maintains study record, enters data via computer, performs statistical analyses of resultant data. Participates in qualitative/quantitative analyses of resultant data. Reviews relevant literature to gather information; may participate in development of research protocols. May perform EKG’s and take vital signs during research-based monitoring tests. May also perform blood spinning and shipment of blood and tissue samples as required by protocol. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides assistance to Principal Investigators to coordinate clinical research activities related to department’s field of study and investigators specific study.A.) Assists research physician in identification and follow up of patients meeting criteria for inclusion in clinical research studies; ensures protocol eligibility requirements are met.B.) Establishes and/or maintains study record for each participant. Interviews patient and/or family to explain nature of study, elicit cooperation and gather information to complete study questionnaire. Facilitates obtaining informed consent. May schedule patient appointments and call patients to complete documentation.C.) May review medical records to abstract information necessary to complete forms. May request and follow up on missing data such as laboratory test results and the like.D.) Monitors adherence to protocol; alerts physician when laboratory tests ordered have not been performed, medication protocol not followed, etc.E.) May perform research-based EKG’s, vital signs, blood spinning and shipping of blood and tissue products, in accordance with protocol specifications.Collects and organizes patient data into appropriate format to facilitate data entry. Operates computer to enter study information into database.Using pre-packaged software and according to needs of research supervisor, performs computer-assisted statistical analysis such as multiple antecedent variables, linear regression, frequencies, cross tabulations and the like. May write non-complex programs using computer and software –compatible language to reformat information, create new files, etc.Maintains computer equipment, arranges for internal/external service as necessary to effect repairs and maintenance.Prepares related graphs and charts or results of data gathered. Participates in quantitative and qualitative analyses of resultant information.May assist in planning research protocols.Coordinates activities of others assigned to research project to interview patients, compete forms or perform other tasks.Reviews literature pertaining to research being conducted in order to better understand project and gather relevant information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Bachelor’s Degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems.EXPERIENCE:Three to six months on-the-job experience to become familiar with specific research studies.Knowledge of theory and techniques of research methodology.Organizational skills to organize and prioritize own efforts on multiple projects and to gather research information, format appropriately for computer data entry, prepare and maintain records and reports, etc.Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families and Hospital professional to gather and exchange information.Analytical skills to participate in developing research protocols, perform statistical analyses and participate in qualitative/quantitative analyses of research data.Technical ability to operate and maintain computer system.Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

Pay Range:

$41,537.60-$68,556.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

8:30am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY:

Turner 4-Med Surg

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes.

Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation. The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure.

Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7p to 730a every other weekend/holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to Manager, Inpatient Pharmacy Operations. Under the supervision of a pharmacist and direction of a technician supervisor or designee, the Pharmacy Technician Trainee hereafter referred to as trainee, will undergo comprehensive training to perform a variety of technical and supportive tasks. The trainee functions as a member of the Pharmacy Team to assist pharmacists in preparing and delivering medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established policies, procedures, and federal and state regulations. All duties are supervised prior to delivery of medication to patients.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences

Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participates in the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy (RI BOP) approved Brown University Health Pharmacy Technician Training Program designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical instruction needed to prepare participants for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT). Completes all required coursework, exams, and training on time as assigned, while maintaining a passing score.

Coursework and training include a minimum of:

· Didactic coursework 118 hours

· Simulation training 50 hours

· Hands-on training 232 hours

Completes didactic coursework and progresses to simulations, allowing trainees to practice concepts in a non-patient care setting. Upon successful completion of simulations, trainees will demonstrate hands-on application under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Performs only those tasks for which he/she has been trained and in which they have demonstrated proficiency.

Under the supervision of a pharmacist the technician trainee:

Performs general operations related to utilization of the central pharmacy manager (e.g., carousel) for inventory control and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related supplies to automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) (e.g., Omnicell). Participation includes maintenance, generating and interpreting reports to perform assigning, refilling, and removing medications. Assists in maintaining operating room medication inventory.

Observes and develops an understanding of electronic radio frequency identification (RFID)-enabled inventory management solutions (e.g., Kitcheck).

Observes controlled substances inventory management process in the Pharmacy and throughout the hospital.

Participates in the delivery of medications to patient care areas, clinics, procedural and treatment areas, and operating rooms.

Assists with repackaging and relabeling bulk medications into unit-dose packaging for distribution once approved by a pharmacist, in accordance with existing policies and procedures, and completes accurate documentation for Packaging and Labeling Records.

Aids in the refilling of emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and verification.

Engages in the routine receipt of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.

Aids in the processing of medication requisitions from departments and laboratories for pharmacist review and verification.

Observes and develops skills to execute the process for reconciliation of patient and department medication charges.

Contributes to routine preventive maintenance to equipment, according to standards for same.

Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, sanitation, and segregation.

Understands the value of reporting actual, prevented, and near miss medication errors.

Answers the telephone and triages, as appropriate. Demonstrates a strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively interact with internal and external customers.

Demonstrates awareness of United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) Chapter <797> Sterile Compounding Guidelines, USP <795> Pharmaceutical Compounding – Nonsterile Preparations, and USP <800> Hazardous Drugs – Handling in Healthcare Settings and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) guidelines and Brown University Heath policies and standard operating procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

High-school graduate or the equivalent or currently enrolled in a high school or vocational training program that awards such diploma or certificate. Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.

Strong reading comprehension and math aptitude. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to complete a reading comprehension and math assessment to establish eligibility for onboarding into the training program.

Obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician I licensure in the state of Rhode Island prior to first day of training. At conclusion of successfully completing training, must schedule and sit for the CPhT exam as soon as possible, and must attain certification within six months of program completion. Upon becoming CPhT certified, must immediately obtain and maintain Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician II licensure.

Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in customer service, healthcare, or other fast-paced service industry setting preferred.

Technician trainees who have successfully completed training shall be transferred to their permanent job code and receive commensurate pay.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the physical ability to lift, carry, and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, requiring the ability to grasp instruments and use finger dexterity.

Work may require extended periods of work time spent standing and walking.

Work requires the visual and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer to accurately input data into various applications and systems, and to navigate screens on computer monitors.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

All duties are supervised. Seeks out supervisor whenever questions arise and/or whenever clarification is needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$27.13

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Day and evening shifts. Includes weekdays, weekends, holidays.

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.
• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Reports abnormal findings to the RN
• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.
• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.
• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.
• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.
• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.
• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.
• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.
• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.
• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.
• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.
• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.
• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.
• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.
• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.
• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.
• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.
• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.
• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.
• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.
• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).
• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.
• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.
• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.
• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.
• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

3p-3a

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.
• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Reports abnormal findings to the RN
• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.
• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.
• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.
• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.
• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.
• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.
• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.
• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.
• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.
• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.
• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.
• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.
• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.
• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.
• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.
• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.
• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.
• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.
• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.
• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).
• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.
• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.
• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.
• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.
• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

11a-11p

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.
• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Reports abnormal findings to the RN
• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.
• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.
• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.
• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.
• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.
• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.
• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.
• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.
• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.
• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.
• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.
• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.
• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.
• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.
• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.
• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.
• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.
• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.
• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.
• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).
• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.
• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.
• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.
• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.
• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7p-7a

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Nursing Director, or his/her designee, performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties and services on nursing unit. Provides assistance for nursing personnel and medical staff to enhance the overall environment of the nursing unit. Performs other duties as assigned. Demonstrates working knowledge of all appropriate computer systems.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clerical & Administrative:

Performs a variety of clerical & administrative duties.

• Records and types unit council minutes
• Safety checks as designated by department director.
• Initiates and maintains patient records according to policy.
• Demonstrates competence in use of current computer systems.
• Posts diet restrictions and NPO restrictions on Lab work, etc.

Completes the following skills according to policy and procedures:

• Keeps census up-to-date.
• Identifies patient per hospital policy.
• Ensures that patient’s medical record accompanies patient to ancillary departments.
• Oversees prompt delivery of specimens to appropriate department.
• Performs safety rounds at frequency determined by Nursing Director.
• Ensures medical records & x-rays are copied for transfer to other facilities.

Communication:

• Greets all patients and visitors to the unit in a positive manner and directs to appropriate destination.
• Demonstrates appropriate telephone etiquette.
• Documents in a legible and concise manner.Spells all words, terms correctly.
• Documents allergies in accordance with policy.
• Demonstrates competency with unit-specific equipment.
• Notifies appropriate personnel and departments of patients transferred to a different room or received from another unit.
• Assists others in orientation to clerical duties.
• Communicates appropriate referral of issues or concerns to manager, director or designee in a timely manner.
• Completes unit specific competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent) and computer data entry skills.
• Clerical experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for 3-7 hours, twist and bend frequently, standing, walking, squatting, kneeling are not essential functions.
• Must be able to lift 10-35 lbs with good body mechanics.
• May be left or right handed but able to pinch, deviate wrist frequently, and have fine motor skills.
• Near vision must be accurate at 20/20 and far vision accurate at 20/40, must be able to discriminate among red, green and white and have moderate depth perception.
• Must be able to hear whisper at 20 feet.

Pay Range:

$18.04-$28.46

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

Four 8 hr shifts 3-1130pm, every other weekend/holiday

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.
• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Reports abnormal findings to the RN
• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.
• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.
• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.
• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.
• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.
• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.
• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.
• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.
• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.
• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.
• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.
• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.
• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.
• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.
• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.
• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.
• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.
• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.
• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.
• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).
• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.
• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.
• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.
• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.
• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

11a-11p

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to the Clinical Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the professional staff, assists in providing care to Emergency Department patients and their families from arrival to departure. Performs a variety of clerical and patient care assistive duties as a member of the healthcare team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care:

• Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to set priorities and organize work.
• Communicates all pertinent observations to the responsible Registered Nurse.
• Administers direct physical care and assists with other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Reports abnormal findings to the RN
• Performs selected procedures and treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Collects tests, records, and reports of selected specimen data. Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Sets up cardiac monitoring devices according to procedure. Assists with cardiac monitoring, runs 12 lead electrocardiograms (EKGs). Reports findings to Registered Nurse.
• Utilizes side rails, restraints and assistive devices when available and necessary.
• Records selected treatments and procedures for which she/he is responsible.
• Maintains patient and family confidentiality according to established hospital standards.
• Serves as an active patient/family advocate.
• Supports and reinforces teaching done by the Registered Nurse.
• Performs other duties within scope of care as assigned.

Responsible for emergency and safety conduct:

• Demonstrates adherence to universal precautions, safety programs and other infection control measures.
• Demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient comfort and safety.
• Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports need to repair to the appropriate person.
• Utilizes side rails and restraints in accordance with nursing procedure and policy of Newport Hospital.
• Adheres to constant observation protocols as assigned.

Responsible for completion of clerical skills needed for efficient patient flow:

• Exhibits appropriate use of medical terms and abbreviations.
• Organizes, prioritizes workload based on patient, unit/clinic needs.
• Copies charts for admission and disassembles charts for discharge according to hospital guidelines. Files and scans report in charts accurately and maintains medical record. Faxes chart documents for admitted patients to appropriate unit.
• Answers phones and intercom, using phone and intercom etiquette, and notifies appropriate staff.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems accurately, to execute orders, retrieve data and generate reports. Reports computer and equipment malfunctions to the help desk.
• Accurately uses all existing computer systems , including the Hospital Capacity System (HCS) and/or any new systems necessary to carry out job duties.
• Arranges for necessary equipment delivery as needed.
• Follows up on diagnostic tests ordered and documents in the computer, including any patient specific need, such as “NPO “status.
• Orders office and clinical supplies as appropriate. Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies.
• Faxes completed “Authorization for Use of Protected Health Information” form to other health care providers; receives faxed information and files in the patient’s record. Faxes other forms as needed.
• Takes responsibility for educational updates by attending education sessions and accessing the Net Learning website.
• Meets and maintains competencies measured by annual mandatory competency check and mandatory/safety education.
• Reports unsafe situations to the Registered Nurse or to the Clinical Manager.
• Adheres to established NPH/Unit standards, policies and procedures (absenteeism, tardiness, badging, mandatory education, fire, safety, infection control and credentialing, HIPAA, and confidentiality guidelines).
• Pages physicians and others via the hospital page system, computer alpha paging, and the hospital emergency operator to page codes.
• Coordinate Continuity of Care form copies accordingly. Fax to Home Care Services when indicated. Files copies in medical record.
• Obtains copies of medical records as indicated.
• Understands and can perform appropriate I.S. downtime procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Entry level credentialing of secretarial and nursing assistant skills.
• Current Rhode Island registration as a Nursing Assistant.
• Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Brown University Health, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• Effective interpersonal communications skills.
• Able to multi-task to perform a variety of complex duties.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Basic knowledge of the hospital’s patient care delivery orientation program.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Exposed to patient care environment with frequent standing, walking and sitting.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7p-7a

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINITION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties of Nursing Assistants

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:

1. Personal Care Skills

2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate

4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.

5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.

6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.

High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

Two 12 hour shifts a week, 7am-7:30pm, every other weekend, every other holiday.

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINTION:
A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

Duties of Nursing Assistants:

• Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:
• 1. Personal Care Skills
• 2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health
• Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation.
• 3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate
• 4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.
• 5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient
• observations to the Registered Nurse.
• 6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer.
• Performs other related duties as required.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.
• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

• Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation.
• Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

3-12s a week 7a-7p, every other weekend and holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINTION:
A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

Duties of Nursing Assistants:

• Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:
• 1. Personal Care Skills
• 2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health
• Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation.
• 3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate
• 4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.
• 5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient
• observations to the Registered Nurse.
• 6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer.
• Performs other related duties as required.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.
• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

• One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

• Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation.
• Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

3-12 hr shifts a week, every other weekend/holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Manager of Operations of Inpatient Nursing, under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, schedules all levels of nursing department staff according to budgeted allocations, identifying department-wide and unit specific deficits created by unscheduled absences and vacancies. Arranges adequate coverage for each shift and proactively for future shifts, scheduling float and per diem staff and unit staff as necessary. Enters employee information and work schedules and changes into computerized resource management system interfacing to payroll time and attendance system. Processes nursing department payroll utilizing computerized time and attendance system, validating all worked and non-worked hours to assure accuracy. Performs a variety of complex clerical functions, which requires the use of judgement and knowledge of the department’s systems and operations. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Following established criteria, reviews nursing department schedule to ensure that all work schedules/shifts are filled/covered. Arranges coverage to the extent possible utilizing existing and potential resources assuring cost-effective solutions and appropriate staffing ratios are maintained. Understands both union contracts IBT, UNAP policies and procedures. Utilizes the computerized scheduling system and manual reports to track, schedule and record staff assignments, and attendance activities, updates employee information, e.g., address, hours, skill, certifications, etc. changes, verifies and retrieves data and generates a variety of management reports. Collaborates closely with stakeholders to assist with managing payroll activities. Communicates with various nurse leaders (Directors, Clinical Managers and Assistant Clinical Managers) to determine whether additional staffing is required and to communicate issues needing intervention. Confers with nursing managers concerning per-diem and/or float qualification requirements. Ensures that department’s scope of services strives to meet the needs and expectations of internal and external customers. Demonstrates flexibility and innovation to facilitate the changes required to improve operations, enhance revenue, effectiveness, productivity, responsiveness, and other key indicators. Demonstrates ability to respond to and provide direction on changing workload during crisis and emergency situations. Exhibits effective decision-making skills. Monitors staffing to ensure the optimal use of scheduled time and overtime for maximum productivity. Assists with cost containment by encouraging use of benefit time during periods of low census and/or low workload. Ensures the security and confidential treatment of sensitive and private information. Maintains all clerical records required for UKG Dimensions. Controls timely and appropriate flow of information throughout the department and the organization; keeps stakeholders informed. Understands the hospital’s personnel and payroll policies and procedures and union contracts using them as a guide for the process of assigning open shifts. May provide functional guidance to new employees regarding the clerical operations, nursing work-scheduling system, department policies and procedures. Performs other clerical activities such as daily paperwork, filing, maintaining, and updating manuals, preparing reports, etc. Reviews payroll and staffing reports to monitor accuracy in application of payroll and staffing policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: A level of knowledge generally obtained through completion of high school or General Equivalency Diploma. Ability to handle stressful situations and multiple demands in an effective manner and demonstrate organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills Able to multi-task in order to perform a variety of complex clerical duties. Organizational skills to maintain departmental files, records, and statistical data. Familiarity with personal computer and mainframe-based system applications. Proficient typing and computer keyboard skills. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a variety of hospital personnel. Organizational and analytical ability to arrange schedule considering multiple criteria and priorities. EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years job-related experience preferred, to be familiar with most, if not all, departmental operations, as well as the regulations associated with specialized functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT ANDPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Fast-paced office environment with urgent conditions associated with addressing nursing department staffing schedule changes. Must be able to perform frequent fine motor skills. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Follows established policies and procedures under general supervision. Refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$22.04-$36.37

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Variable

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

8 and 12 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

No0

• PRN
• Freestanding Emergency Department

Pay Range:

$34.50 - $34.50

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Performs radiographic examinations with minimal supervision under the direction of the Radiologist. Coordinates daily activities to include performing examinations and associated clerical duties.

Major Responsibilities  

• Performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.  

• Documents patient history pertaining to specific procedure on requisition submitted by physician.  

• Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proof of identity.  

• Prepares and administers contrast media as required.  

• Consults with radiologist and other physicians as necessary.  

• Selects and operates equipment as dictated by demands of individual procedure and demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.  

• Maintains appropriate records as required by departmental standards.  

Minimum Job Requirements 

Education 

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology.  

Certification / License 

Must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire date. CPR certification required. 

Work Experience 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities 

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions 

Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers. Handles equipment and monitoring supplies. Must have good oral and written communication skills to interact with patients and hospital staff. May be required to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating radiographic equipment. Must be able to use hands for power gripping, speed work and precision during manipulation of radiographic equipment and in the case of injured and diseased patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet is necessary. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment. Able to adapt to changes in temperature and humidity. 

DISCLAIMER 

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position.  Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders. 

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

City/State

Newport News, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Provider Specialty

Behavioral Health

Overview:

Sentara Medical Group is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Outpatient Behavioral Health Care Center located in Newport News, VA. Be part of a healthcare system that not only cultivates strong partnerships within primary care and behavioral health, but pioneers new and accessible ways for patients to get quality care in the right venue, at the right time. Our dedicated physicians are integral members of our planning, growth, and development process. Join Sentara and help us accomplish our mission of improving health every day.

Position Highlights:

• Location: 801 Triton Ct Newport News, VA 23606
• Standard work schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Diverse patient population, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and substance use disorders
• Manage an average daily caseload of 13–14 patients
• Visit structure includes 60-minute initial evaluations and 30-minute follow-up appointments
• Responsibilities include care for new and established patients (primarily adults), medication management, and responding to MyChart messages

Benefits Highlights

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Health, Dental, Vision, and more
• Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution
• Malpractice and Tail Coverage
• $3,000 Annual CME Allowance
• $5,000 Annual Quality Performance Incentive
• $10,000 Student Loan Reimbursement Program
• Fully integrated EHR (Epic)
• PSLF eligible, Non-Profit

Why Newport News?

Newport News, VA offers a high quality of life with waterfront views, abundant parks, and easy access to outdoor recreation along the James River. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, rich history, cultural attractions, and a diverse dining scene, all within the broader Hampton Roads region. With a relatively affordable cost of living and proximity to nearby cities like Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, the area blends suburban comfort with coastal lifestyle and regional convenience.

&#xa;We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $100,900.80 - $312,000.00 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.&#xa;&#xa;Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.&#xa;

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Resources Plan

• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:

North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

SUMMARY: Responsible for providing his/her patients with care at the current level of quality and efficiency generally recognized by appropriate practice standards and guidelines applicable to facilities such as the Hospital in the physician 's area of specialty. Responsible for preparing and completing in a timely fashion all medical and other required patient records. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an approved medical (allopathic or osteopathic), dental or podiatric school. MD/DO with a valid unlimited license to practice medicine in the State of Rhode Island. Board certified or Board eligible as required. Federal Narcotics DEA license required as applicable. Demonstrated clinical competence and physical and mental status sufficient to demonstrate that he/she is able to provide quality care to patients. Clinical privileges in the physician 's specialty required for hospital owned and operated practice.

Pay Range:

-

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

24 hour department; 8a-8p

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of a registered nurse performs a variety of patient care functions to provide assistance in carrying out patient care assignments. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists patients with activities of daily living. Assists registered nurse with all aspects of the nursing process including, but not limited to, assisting with collection of baseline and ongoing assessment data, following the nursing management plan, and monitoring the patient response to nursing interventions. Provides and/or reinforces patient instruction. Performs designated treatments under supervision according to Nursing Department Policy and Procedure. Functions as a patient sitter for safety watch cases. Assists in the overall function of the nursing unit under direction of a registered nurse. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility as a hospital employee. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control, in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Active licensure as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Rhode Island Current certification in Basic Life Support through the American Heart AssociationCurrent matriculation in a Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited Baccalaureate Degree Program in Nursing is preferred.Candidates in an accredited Associates Degree Program will color:red also be considered.Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.EXPERIENCE:Completion of at least one clinical rotation in an acute care hospital setting. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Exposed to all patient elements. Will be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. Repeated bending, squatting, stooping.INDEPENDENT ACTION:Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of Hospital and department policies and procedures. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. Supervisory staff is physically present most of the time. Performs approved nursing procedures as delegated by the registered nurse and in compliance with Brown University Health policies and procedures. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

variable

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of housekeeping duties to maintain the Hospital in a clean, aseptic, safe and orderly condition. Perform other related duties, as required.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates understanding of Hospital's Mission, vision, and values.
Demonstrates understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment plan.
Complies with department and hospital policies and procedures.
Reviews department policies and procedures.

Reviews hospital policies and procedures.

Demonstrates a commitment towards meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer Service Standards.
Completes mandatory Safety Management Education Hospital-wide.
Demonstrates a commitment towards meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer Service Standards.
Completes mandatory Safety Management Education (Hospital-wide, Department-specific, Job-specific)
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in codes.
Cleans, dusts, and disinfects all above-floor items, such as light fixtures, ceilings, vents, televisions, picture frames, shelves, furniture, walls, doors, door frames, windows, and windowsills.
Cleans and disinfects bathrooms and bathroom items such as toilets, urinals, sinks, tubs, showers, etc.
Replenishes soap, toilet tissue, and paper towel supplies as needed.
Replaces sharps containers as needed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Dust mops and damp mops floors on a consistent basis according to department procedures.
Performs discharge cleaning according to procedure.
Uses supplies, equipment, and solutions according to policies and manufacturers' recommendations.
Performs isolation cleaning according to procedures, utilizing aseptic techniques.
Performs vacuuming, spot cleaning and shampooing of carpets according to procedure.
Performs spot cleaning and shampooing of upholstered furniture according to procedure.

Collects, transports, and disposes the following waste categories in accordance with procedures:

General waste
Medical/Regulated waste
Chemical waste
Recyclable waste
Confidential shredding.

Follows established cleaning task assignment sheets and frequency schedule as established.
Delivers clean linen and picks up soiled linen according to procedures.
Replaces mattresses, draperies, venetian blinds, shades, and cubicle curtains as needed.
Moves and arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly manner, utilizing proper body mechanics.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Requires the ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.
The level of education normally attained in courses at secondary school levels.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.

EXPERIENCE:

One to three months on the job training to proficiently perform all basic duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ANDPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit/ squat 1-3 hours per day, stand and walk 3-7 hours per day, lift 10-35 lbs with good body mechanics, twist, and bend moderately. Must be able to use both hands/wrists and perform work with moderate deviation and fine motor skills. Far vision must be accurate at 20/40, near vision at 20/20 with accurate depth perception, hearing not essential function.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7-3:30pm EOW and holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises, and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Provides intensive nursing care to post-operative patients when assigned to post anesthesia area. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Renders professional nursing care to peri-operative patients including review of patients’ charts, administration of medications, starting IV’s and hanging blood, electrocardiography, venipuncture, catheterization, defibrillation, and other complex or routine treatments as prescribed by physician or as required by patient’s condition.

Initiates or participates in life-saving procedures to include administering cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as necessary.

Participates in planning and implementation of nursing care plan for assigned patients. Utilizes professional judgment to evaluate appropriateness of planned or prescribed treatment given patient’s current condition; modifies treatment or contacts physician as circumstances require.

Reviews patient chart assuring pertinent information readily available such as lab reports, and operative permits and assures all pre-operative medications and orders have been carried out.

Verifies patient’s identity prior to surgical procedure.

Performs nursing duties according to procedures of area assigned. As Assigned to Preoperative holding unit, Performs complete patient assessment in preparation for surgery focusing on physiological and cognitive functions as part of the development of the plan of care for patient.

Reviews and evaluates pre-admission testing results (labs, EKG’s, etc.) to identify and report all testing results to appropriate medical providers (Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, etc.).

Conducts interviews and screenings with all patients scheduled for surgical encounter.

Compiles all relevant medical information necessary for effective evaluation and identify need for further evaluation and/or medical intervention.

Provides patient/family education for the preoperative patient relevant to the surgical procedure scheduled.

Assesses physical, psycho-social, cultural, spiritual language barriers, age, teaching needs and readiness to learn and involves the appropriate interdisciplinary team in the plan of care.

Places peripheral IV, orders pre-op protocol order set per policy, and administers any medications needed prior to surgery. As assigned to post-anesthesia recovery area, Admits post-operative patient, checking for stability of vital signs and notifies anesthesiologist or surgeon as indicated. Continually observes patient; monitors vital signs; ventilates and suctions patients; inserts catheters; administers oxygen and the like, according to physician’s instructions and/or professional assessment of patient’s condition. Determines when patient’s condition is stable and releases to designated hospital area.

Maintains records and charts, reporting pertinent information regarding patient’s condition, medication given, treatments administered and so forth. Assists in directing, orienting, training, and providing functional guidance to surgical technicians and new nursing personnel as requested.

Maintains and enhances professional expertise through participation in appropriate educational activities.

Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel. Works with a high level of autonomy and displays exceptional critical thinking skills to identify and address specific patient needs. Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Professional knowledge of clinical nursing to provide nursing care to pre-operative patients under stressful conditions requiring knowledge to sterile techniques, surgical procedures and special precautions and the ability to react to life-threatening situations.

Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and other hospital personnel.

Visual and aural acuity to monitor patient progress. Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.

Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island or in another state that participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact.

BLS/ACLS/PALS certified (New hires have 1 year to obtain ACLS/PALS)

For adult PACU: Minimum of 1-year previous adult Critical Care, adult ED, and/or PACU experience required. Prior experience in patient assessment and evaluation of surgical patients.

For pediatric PACU: Minimum of 1-year previous pediatric Critical care or pediatric ED experience required.

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status. Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients. Exposed to patient care environment. Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers. On-call shifts, weekend shifts, and holiday shifts as assigned per unit.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

Pay Range: 

$35.56-$59.99

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

11am-1130pm

Work Shift:

Evening

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

City/State

Newport News, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara is hiring a Full-Time Operations Coordinator in Hampton, Virginia

This a Day shift opportunity with great candiates.

As an Operations Coordinator with Sentara, you will provide support to the Director/Manager in a clinical setting. This position's primary duties include office activities, supply ordering, and business financial activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service and communication skills, manage supplies/materials, understand and perform accurate and timely data collection, and demonstrate effective use and maintenance of office equipment. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to ensure the best care for our patients.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

At least 2 years of Clerical experience is required.

Preferred: Secretarial and/or Office Management in a healthcare setting

Benefits

Sentara offers an attractive array of full benefits, including Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Savings plans, career advancement opportunities, work perks, and more. 

Plus, Sentara just added MORE benefits that support your and your family's needs.

 Ask about our Student Debt Program!

For more information about our employee benefits click Benefits - Sentara (sentaracareers.com) 

Sentara Health is an integrated, not-for-profit healthcare delivery system with more than 29,000 employees (including 1,375 physicians and advanced practice providers), 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves over 900,000 members.

We are recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety and are strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary healthcare experience for our patients and members.

Keywords: Operations Coordinator, Outpatient, Rehab Therapy, Talroo-Allied Health

&#xa;We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $23.63 - $35.55 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.&#xa;&#xa;Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.&#xa;

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

City/State

Newport News, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Health is hiring an Integrated Case Manager, RN to support members across the Eastern Shore region, with a primary focus on Behavioral Health, Waiver Services, and Complex Care Management.

This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside on Virginia's Eastern Shore or within a reasonable commuting distance. Regular travel throughout the Eastern Shore is required to conduct in-home and community-based member visits. Travel may comprise approximately 50% to 75% of the workweek.

Position Overview

The Integrated Case Manager, RN is responsible for providing comprehensive case management services within the scope of nursing licensure, focusing on members with behavioral health needs, complex medical conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those receiving Medicaid waiver services. The Case Manager develops, implements, evaluates, and revises individualized care plans designed to improve health outcomes, promote independence, and enhance quality of life.

This role conducts telephonic and face-to-face assessments to identify, coordinate, and manage members' physical health, behavioral health, social determinants of health, long-term services and supports (LTSS), and community resource needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of members with complex medical, behavioral health, and social needs.
• Manage a caseload consisting primarily of members enrolled in waiver programs, behavioral health programs, and complex care management initiatives.
• Develop and maintain individualized care plans that address physical health, behavioral health, long-term services and supports, and social service needs.
• Coordinate care with members, caregivers, providers, behavioral health professionals, community agencies, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Identify members at risk for adverse outcomes and implement interventions to reduce avoidable hospitalizations and emergency department utilization.
• Facilitate access to waiver services, community resources, behavioral health treatment, and specialty care.
• Monitor member progress, close gaps in care, and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Present complex cases during interdisciplinary case conferences and collaborate with Medical Directors, Physician Advisors, Behavioral Health teams, and community partners.
• Assist with authorization, referral, and service coordination processes in accordance with benefit plans and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience required
• Experience in care management, case management, behavioral health, managed care, Medicaid populations, waiver services, or community-based care strongly preferred
• Experience working with individuals with complex medical, behavioral health, intellectual/developmental disability, or long-term care needs preferred

&#xa;We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $89,544.00 - $136,468.80 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.&#xa;&#xa;Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.&#xa;

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.